Currently I have a standard Melitta Filter and a standard water kettle. I have read and heard that the pouring speed makes a big difference for the result but I can’t really control that very well with the spout of said kettle.

Currently the coffee tastes like a mix of under- and overextracted which is really confusing. I have tried different grind settings before but the issue persists.

Edit: The mix in over- and underextracted might also come from me not stirring before drinking the coffee.

Is there a way to improve this without getting a new kettle? What other things can I try?

Edit: I have now tried pouring with a Pyrex type measuring cup and it pours much better than the water kettle. Combined with stirring afterwards it noticeably improved the taste. The grinder I use is the Timemore C3 ESP pro.

Thanks everyone!

  • fritobugger2017@lemmy.world
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    20 days ago

    If you are dead set against getting a gooseneck kettle then try gently pour onto a spoon to break up the flow.

    I use a gooseneck kettle and even with that I pour through a mini colander similar to the 0.85 Quart version in the following link to reduce agitation of the grounds.

    https://www.amazon.com/Palksky-Small-Colander-Set-Micro-Perforations/

    I used to use a Melitta filter brewer and it is very capable of making great cups if you have good beans and are able to pour correctly.